In my previous questions I had regarding surgery while taking herceptin. I was diagnosed with breast cancer and had surgery in September 2016. I had a needle localized right breast lumpectomy and a right axillary lymph node dissection. I've had no lymphedema or swelling since the surgery, however, I want to know if it's factual that I cannot have lipo done to my arm due to the surgery. And if so, is that a lifetime "sentence" or after a certain period of time...
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January 21, 2017
Answer: Can I get arm lipo after a lumpectomy and lymph node surgery?
Thank you for asking about your arm compression garments.
I am sorry you are disappointed.Ace wraps are excellent for arm surgery - easily adjusted and easy to get on.You can go on line and search for arm compression garments.They need to stop above the elbow and have a strap that goes across...
Thank you for asking about your liposuction.Liposution removes fat between the skin and the muscle.It will not affect your internal organs.However your stiffness may be from scarring between skin and muscle.It can be treated if needed with steroid or 5FU injections.I suggest you return to see...